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Far far away, behind the word mountains, far from the countries Vokalia and Consonantia, there live the blind texts. Separated they live on.

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The Big Oxmox advised her not to do so, because there were thousands of bad Commas, wild Question Marks and devious Semikoli.

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Pityful a rethoric question ran over her cheek, then she continued her way. On her way she met a copy. The copy warned the Little Blind Text.

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Sustainable living through education & farming.

Olin and Leigh Funderburk jumped off the corporate ladder to start a small sustainable farm in Franklin, Tennessee. Their life’s passion is teaching others how to grow their own healthy food without pesticides and using resources sustainably for future generations. They have developed numerous resources to teach others the freedom of self-sufficient living and they want to share it all with you!

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Sustainable Giving: Where to Donate Your Excess Food & Produce in Middle Tennessee

Up to 40% of food goes to waste in the U.S. nearly every year. That’s…

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9 Ideas for Repurposing Common Household Items

In last week’s blog post, we shared with you a guide to the “real” rules…

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A Guide to the Real Rules of Recycling

What are the REAL RULES of recycling? So many of us want to recycle, but…

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Your Sustainable Brain: Steps to Keep Your Aging Brain Healthy

Alzheimer’s and dementia are a big health topic, especially among baby boomers. Statistics from the…

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Healthier Animals Mean Healthier People: Why Pasture-Raised Meat is Better for You

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Why You Should Plant Cover Crops This Winter

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3 Ideas for Creating the Perfect Homemade Gift

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More Than A Pop of Color: Why You Should Add Sunflowers to Your Garden

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Why Locally-Farmed Eggs Are Healthier for You than Store-Bought Eggs

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Store-Bought Honey Isn’t the Real Deal—Here’s How Local Honey Can Benefit You

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6 Natural Ways to Repel Mosquitoes

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3 Reasons to Attend Your Local County or State Fair

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Dirt Rich Education

Dirt Rich Education encompasses all aspects of sustainable living. “How to grow your own healthy food and use your natural resources wisely for the benefit of future generations” is the mission of our farm. Sustainable Classes on Homestead Education show the community how to be more self-sufficient and provide individuals and families with the freedom to have healthy choices at their disposal. Classes and educational resources are available via books, videos, social media, and in-person farm experiences.

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